Couples Counseling Therapists in Pasadena, CA
Roberto J Olivo Marriage and Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
I have over 20 years experience working with various types of relationship problems; marital conflict, communication difficulties, parenting difficulties, adoption, chronic illnesses, LGBTQ issues, addictions, sadness, anxiety, etc.
Intimate relationships could be difficult to maintain and understand. Sometimes we are left confused and hurt by the behaviors and words of others. Our responses to these unfortunate behaviors might create a negative reaction which could worsen the feelings of despair. Having a personal psychotherapist with whom to explore some of these problems could be very rewarding and healing. Finding assertive ways to express our emotions using a win/win approach might assist in the healing of those injuries. Anxiety, depression and interpersonal conflict could be minimized or eliminated with the appropriate interventions.
I have over 20 years experience working with various types of relationship problems; marital conflict, communication difficulties, parenting difficulties, adoption, chronic illnesses, LGBTQ issues, addictions, sadness, anxiety, etc.
Intimate relationships could be difficult to maintain and understand. Sometimes we are left confused and hurt by the behaviors and words of others. Our responses to these unfortunate behaviors might create a negative reaction which could worsen the feelings of despair. Having a personal psychotherapist with whom to explore some of these problems could be very rewarding and healing. Finding assertive ways to express our emotions using a win/win approach might assist in the healing of those injuries. Anxiety, depression and interpersonal conflict could be minimized or eliminated with the appropriate interventions.
I am able to help couples identify and understand troublesome areas very quickly.
I specialize in individual and couple psychotherapy treatment, as well as children, adolescents, families, and extended families. I utilize my expertise to reduce the tensions that can easily arise in these relationships, and I work to help create the opportunity for the experience of deeper connectedness through difficult times.
I am able to help couples identify and understand troublesome areas very quickly.
I specialize in individual and couple psychotherapy treatment, as well as children, adolescents, families, and extended families. I utilize my expertise to reduce the tensions that can easily arise in these relationships, and I work to help create the opportunity for the experience of deeper connectedness through difficult times.
Whether you were embarking on motherhood, a new career, a new phase of life, or a relationship, you began the journey filled with anticipation and joy. However, life has brought on some unexpected twists and turns, leaving you feeling out of control and disappointed. The inner critic inside you is taking over, leaving you stuck in an endless cycle of self-blame and self-doubt, feeling helpless and hopeless about how to move forward.
Whether you were embarking on motherhood, a new career, a new phase of life, or a relationship, you began the journey filled with anticipation and joy. However, life has brought on some unexpected twists and turns, leaving you feeling out of control and disappointed. The inner critic inside you is taking over, leaving you stuck in an endless cycle of self-blame and self-doubt, feeling helpless and hopeless about how to move forward.
I also specialize in relationship/family dynamics.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.
I also specialize in relationship/family dynamics.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.
Forming a professional relationship with a clinician can be a delicate process.
I specialize in providing psychological services to children and adolescents. These include neuropsychological assessment and psychotherapy. Assessments can be invaluable tools that provide diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, and the basis for academic accommodations. The therapeutic interventions I provide to young clients can be used to address a range of common challenges including, but not limited to emotional dysregulation and behavior problems. Based on the client, therapy may take various forms and could entail a talk or play-based approach. I regularly integrate parent or family sessions when appropriate.
Forming a professional relationship with a clinician can be a delicate process.
I specialize in providing psychological services to children and adolescents. These include neuropsychological assessment and psychotherapy. Assessments can be invaluable tools that provide diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, and the basis for academic accommodations. The therapeutic interventions I provide to young clients can be used to address a range of common challenges including, but not limited to emotional dysregulation and behavior problems. Based on the client, therapy may take various forms and could entail a talk or play-based approach. I regularly integrate parent or family sessions when appropriate.
Brianna Lynn Johnson
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
If you are reading this, then I imagine you have found yourself needing change. Perhaps you are exhausted by the daily anxiety that has you believe you are never safe, always questioning your place and relationships. Maybe you are finally ready to delve into past trauma, knowing it is time to dive into the unknown in the hopes to release its grip on your life. Relationship difficulties with family members or partners are at an all time high, and you find yourself needing support to learn how to communicate and be heard. Maybe you simply need a space to feel safe, supported, and learn how to breathe fully again.
If you are reading this, then I imagine you have found yourself needing change. Perhaps you are exhausted by the daily anxiety that has you believe you are never safe, always questioning your place and relationships. Maybe you are finally ready to delve into past trauma, knowing it is time to dive into the unknown in the hopes to release its grip on your life. Relationship difficulties with family members or partners are at an all time high, and you find yourself needing support to learn how to communicate and be heard. Maybe you simply need a space to feel safe, supported, and learn how to breathe fully again.
Francisca Fenwick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I have primarily worked with clients experiencing the effects of anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, relationship issues, break-ups, anger, loneliness, love addiction, disordered eating/body issues, occupational challenges, grief, and loss.
My goal as a therapist is to help you examine your lived experience in a safe and inspiring way. In addition to my clinical experience I provide an environment that can be humorous and fun as well as vulnerable and challenging. We will identify the desired and undesired aspects of your habits and beliefs and attend to them with compassion and accountability. I am an active therapist and will help you connect the patterns and themes present in your psyche, in addition to your past and present actions, so that you can experience your life with increased self-compassion and gratitude.
I have primarily worked with clients experiencing the effects of anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, relationship issues, break-ups, anger, loneliness, love addiction, disordered eating/body issues, occupational challenges, grief, and loss.
My goal as a therapist is to help you examine your lived experience in a safe and inspiring way. In addition to my clinical experience I provide an environment that can be humorous and fun as well as vulnerable and challenging. We will identify the desired and undesired aspects of your habits and beliefs and attend to them with compassion and accountability. I am an active therapist and will help you connect the patterns and themes present in your psyche, in addition to your past and present actions, so that you can experience your life with increased self-compassion and gratitude.
Rakel Delevi
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CFLE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
"HELL is PROXIMITY without INTIMACY". If you are physically close to your partner, but feel like thousands of miles away, then you can certainly relate to this definition. I recognize that one of the HARDEST DECISIONS in your relationship IS TO DECIDE WHETHER TO GIVE UP OR TRY HARDER! If you are STUCK, counseling might help you get clarity. My passion is to bring couples emotionally closer, and to help them CONNECT again. I work with individuals and couples going through life transitions (i.e.birth of children) or difficult issues such as affairs, trust, jealousy, and communication issues.
"HELL is PROXIMITY without INTIMACY". If you are physically close to your partner, but feel like thousands of miles away, then you can certainly relate to this definition. I recognize that one of the HARDEST DECISIONS in your relationship IS TO DECIDE WHETHER TO GIVE UP OR TRY HARDER! If you are STUCK, counseling might help you get clarity. My passion is to bring couples emotionally closer, and to help them CONNECT again. I work with individuals and couples going through life transitions (i.e.birth of children) or difficult issues such as affairs, trust, jealousy, and communication issues.
Are you struggling with anxiety that keeps you up at night? Are you stressed about an important relationship in your life? Perhaps you've been experiencing social anxiety, panic attacks, or fear about your future and you're feeling stuck. With extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families, and teens, I embrace every client with a multiculturally informed, strengths-based approach. I’m an active therapist that will encourage, kindly challenge, and help you to truly grow in our work together. It would be my honor to support you.
Are you struggling with anxiety that keeps you up at night? Are you stressed about an important relationship in your life? Perhaps you've been experiencing social anxiety, panic attacks, or fear about your future and you're feeling stuck. With extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families, and teens, I embrace every client with a multiculturally informed, strengths-based approach. I’m an active therapist that will encourage, kindly challenge, and help you to truly grow in our work together. It would be my honor to support you.
Cambreisha Montgomery
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Welcome! I'm Cambreisha Montgomery, a dedicated therapist specializing in supporting adolescents, families, and couples on their journey toward healing and growth.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? You're not alone. Depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict can feel isolating, but you don't have to navigate these tough times on your own.
Welcome! I'm Cambreisha Montgomery, a dedicated therapist specializing in supporting adolescents, families, and couples on their journey toward healing and growth.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? You're not alone. Depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict can feel isolating, but you don't have to navigate these tough times on your own.
In my approach to therapy, I seek to understand the significant relationships in one's life, especially one's relationship to oneself and how those dynamics contribute to who you are today.
I have had the privilege of working with adults and couples for over 37 years, helping with a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, self esteem, relationships, stress, ageing, family of origin issues, cross cultural issues, identity, grief/loss and mild addictions.
In my approach to therapy, I seek to understand the significant relationships in one's life, especially one's relationship to oneself and how those dynamics contribute to who you are today.
I have had the privilege of working with adults and couples for over 37 years, helping with a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, self esteem, relationships, stress, ageing, family of origin issues, cross cultural issues, identity, grief/loss and mild addictions.
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I am a clinical psychologist with extensive background in both psychotherapy and assessment. Many of the clients I have worked with in psychotherapy have backgrounds of abuse and trauma, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, relationship breakdowns, and/or adjustment difficulties to career and life transitions. My psychotherapy approach draws from humanistic relational psychoanalysis, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and a biopsychosocial view of persons. I work collaboratively with my clients to set the goals and pace of the psychotherapy process.
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Couples work on empathizing with and understanding each other's perspectives, which leads to working together to break out of the cycle of discord.
Over the last 27 years as a clinical psychologist, I have helped many individuals, couples, and families. Individual clients often enter therapy feeling disconnected and lost. They have reached a point where the usual ways of coping are not working and are open to trying something new. Couples often come to see me feeling exhausted, alienated, and hopeless about their relationship. They wonder whether their relationship can recover and heal. My work with families includes addressing the profound sense of detachment between parents and teenagers, particularly when compounded by the presence of teen depression.
Couples work on empathizing with and understanding each other's perspectives, which leads to working together to break out of the cycle of discord.
Over the last 27 years as a clinical psychologist, I have helped many individuals, couples, and families. Individual clients often enter therapy feeling disconnected and lost. They have reached a point where the usual ways of coping are not working and are open to trying something new. Couples often come to see me feeling exhausted, alienated, and hopeless about their relationship. They wonder whether their relationship can recover and heal. My work with families includes addressing the profound sense of detachment between parents and teenagers, particularly when compounded by the presence of teen depression.
David Sepulveda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I am an integrative therapist committed to helping individuals and couples learn how to navigate problems using state-of-the-art, evidence-based interventions, which include cognitive behavioral and problem-solving strategies and practical relational solutions using the Gottman approach.
I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and relational issues. My training also includes working with the LGBTQ2s+ community I am a part of and those with nontraditional relationships. Thank you for taking the time to read this. I am excited to meet with you. I am committed to collaborating with you on developing a treatment plan that fits your needs and therapy goals. I will hold a safe space in our sessions to allow you to work through your issues. Let me help you navigate life so you can live it to your fullest potential.
I am an integrative therapist committed to helping individuals and couples learn how to navigate problems using state-of-the-art, evidence-based interventions, which include cognitive behavioral and problem-solving strategies and practical relational solutions using the Gottman approach.
I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and relational issues. My training also includes working with the LGBTQ2s+ community I am a part of and those with nontraditional relationships. Thank you for taking the time to read this. I am excited to meet with you. I am committed to collaborating with you on developing a treatment plan that fits your needs and therapy goals. I will hold a safe space in our sessions to allow you to work through your issues. Let me help you navigate life so you can live it to your fullest potential.
I also have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing relationship/family issues, divorce, and LGBTQ challenges.
Are you hindered by anxiety, depression, or trauma, preventing you from expressing your authentic self? Do you find yourself trapped in navigating challenging family and relationship situations? Every minor issue now feels incredibly overwhelming, reopening past wounds and creating new ones. Despite attempting to bury the pain, it persists, leaving you feeling isolated and tormented. The constant exhaustion, stress, and anger make you question your resilience. Unsure of where to seek assistance, you don't have to endure this painful journey by yourself. I aim to assist you in achieving a more integrated and balanced sense of self.
I also have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing relationship/family issues, divorce, and LGBTQ challenges.
Are you hindered by anxiety, depression, or trauma, preventing you from expressing your authentic self? Do you find yourself trapped in navigating challenging family and relationship situations? Every minor issue now feels incredibly overwhelming, reopening past wounds and creating new ones. Despite attempting to bury the pain, it persists, leaving you feeling isolated and tormented. The constant exhaustion, stress, and anger make you question your resilience. Unsure of where to seek assistance, you don't have to endure this painful journey by yourself. I aim to assist you in achieving a more integrated and balanced sense of self.
Alexander Loera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
Starting with the first meeting I focus on building a therapeutic relationship that fosters positive self-change in an attempt to regain a balance in life.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and have been practicing since 2015 out of Los Angeles, CA. I work with individual adults and young adults manage life transitions, relationship challenges, work stress, anxiety, and depression.
Starting with the first meeting I focus on building a therapeutic relationship that fosters positive self-change in an attempt to regain a balance in life.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and have been practicing since 2015 out of Los Angeles, CA. I work with individual adults and young adults manage life transitions, relationship challenges, work stress, anxiety, and depression.
I have experience working in hospitals, clinics, and community-based mental health settings with children, adults, and families who struggle with mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma, grief, stress, relationship/boundary issues, parenting, and more.
Life is not easy but you are not meant to do it alone. Being vulnerable with another person can be uncomfortable, intimidating, and may even bring guilt and shame. I believe that you are worthy to be heard, restored, and to thrive. As your therapist, I seek to advocate for and provide a safe, caring, non-judgmental, & collaborative space for holistic care (physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually) that can promote deeper healing and growth. My goal is to help and empower you to uproot unhealthy patterns of behaviors and thoughts & to discover and experience what it means to be hopeful again and become a healthier, true self.
I have experience working in hospitals, clinics, and community-based mental health settings with children, adults, and families who struggle with mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma, grief, stress, relationship/boundary issues, parenting, and more.
Life is not easy but you are not meant to do it alone. Being vulnerable with another person can be uncomfortable, intimidating, and may even bring guilt and shame. I believe that you are worthy to be heard, restored, and to thrive. As your therapist, I seek to advocate for and provide a safe, caring, non-judgmental, & collaborative space for holistic care (physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually) that can promote deeper healing and growth. My goal is to help and empower you to uproot unhealthy patterns of behaviors and thoughts & to discover and experience what it means to be hopeful again and become a healthier, true self.
Cynthia Greenburg-Dunlop
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
I work with a myriad of clients including those who are grieving, teens, writers, artists, couples caring to improve and deepen their relationship, young adults, and those in 12-step programs (as well as those who are sober-curious).
For those experiencing grief, anxiety, or a teen having a hard time, one thing is certain: you want life to feel better. It might just be that you need a little help getting there. My goal is to build upon that belief from a safe, compassionate and honest place. Whoever you are, whatever your battles, it is amazing what can happen when you feel heard! (EVENING & SAT appts available).
I work with a myriad of clients including those who are grieving, teens, writers, artists, couples caring to improve and deepen their relationship, young adults, and those in 12-step programs (as well as those who are sober-curious).
For those experiencing grief, anxiety, or a teen having a hard time, one thing is certain: you want life to feel better. It might just be that you need a little help getting there. My goal is to build upon that belief from a safe, compassionate and honest place. Whoever you are, whatever your battles, it is amazing what can happen when you feel heard! (EVENING & SAT appts available).
Ramy Danon, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
Expect a warm, open environment where we build a strong therapeutic relationship.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, or struggling with setting boundaries? Do you avoid confronting issues or does losing control keep you from expressing yourself or connecting with others? If you respond 'yes,', then I am here to help you. Let’s work together to promote emotional freedom and effective communication. As a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of professional experience and an quality education from the University of Southern California (USC), I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, relationship challenges, emotional/mood struggles.
Expect a warm, open environment where we build a strong therapeutic relationship.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, or struggling with setting boundaries? Do you avoid confronting issues or does losing control keep you from expressing yourself or connecting with others? If you respond 'yes,', then I am here to help you. Let’s work together to promote emotional freedom and effective communication. As a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of professional experience and an quality education from the University of Southern California (USC), I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, relationship challenges, emotional/mood struggles.
Have you ever been lost in a dark forest? You may have felt helpless, out of control, very scared, or confused. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, depression, and grief. If so you need someone to hold your hand and walk with you until you get home safely. When you are going through very painful suffering, your brokenness can lead you to discover how your childhood wound might affect your self-esteem and your relationships. I like to work with adult women who have been abused as a child, battered women (intimate partner abuse), and young adult women with childhood wounds.
Have you ever been lost in a dark forest? You may have felt helpless, out of control, very scared, or confused. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, depression, and grief. If so you need someone to hold your hand and walk with you until you get home safely. When you are going through very painful suffering, your brokenness can lead you to discover how your childhood wound might affect your self-esteem and your relationships. I like to work with adult women who have been abused as a child, battered women (intimate partner abuse), and young adult women with childhood wounds.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.